Geologist/Hydrogeologist (Flexible/Hybrid) Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Geologist/Hydrogeologist (Flexible/Hybrid) State of North Carolina – Dept of Environmental Quality Forsyth County, NC Job Details Full-time $61,545 – $70,171 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Parental leave Loan forgiveness Retirement plan Qualifications Geology Mid-level Bachelor’s degree Communication skills Under 1 year Full Job Description Description of Work Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference? DEQ has an open opportunity for a Geologist/Hydrogeologist . It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management. The Geologist/Hydrogeologist position will be responsible for analyzing and interpreting geological/hydrogeological data and processes concerning surface and groundwater resources and/or geotechnical subsurface evaluations for facilities located in the Winston-Salem Region. . The position will enforce applicable regulations and respond to public concerns and legislative mandates with regard to incident management, permitting, and disposal of coal combustion products in North Carolina.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform reviews related to permit applications associated with Underground Injection Control wells, monitoring wells, sewer permitting, wastewater surface application, or other waste management systems. Sampling of groundwater and soil to monitor the migration of contaminants. Perform compliance inspections of permitted facilities and review monthly monitoring reports for permit compliance. Review and approve plans and reports prepared for sites regulated under the Coal Ash Management Act (CAMA Investigate citizen complaints, respond to emergency incidents such as fish kills and spills, and develop enforcement documents and actions, as necessary.

The Division of Water Resources:

The Division of Water Resources is responsible for protecting North Carolina’s drinking, surface and groundwater for all waterbodies including lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands and aquifers. This environmental stewardship is accomplished through actions including permitting issuance, investigations, regulatory compliance and enforcement, monitoring and field assessments, certifications, laboratory analysis and testing, planning, water quality standards management, educational outreach and other efforts. The Division comprises six

Sections:

Water Quality Regional Operations; Water Sciences; Public Water Supply; Water Quality Permitting; Groundwater Resources, and Water Planning. Learn more by visiting Division of Water Resources .

The NC Department of Environmental Quality:

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina’s environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public’s health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina’s needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state’s school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life. Please visit our website at the Department of Environmental Quality for more information. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

This position is located at:

450 Hanes Mill Road, S uite 300, Winston-Salem, NC 27105 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are

REQUIRED

to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following: Demonstrated knowledge of regulations, laws, policies, and/or procedures related to environmental programs and/or water quality. Demonstrated experience in analyzing and/or evaluating data related to environmental programs and/or water quality. Demonstrated experience communicating information through written and/or verbal communication. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in geology, geosciences, physical science or a related field, or engineering with 30 credit hours of geological science course work from an accredited college or university. Some positions may require licensure as a Professional Geologist by the North Carolina Board for the Licensing of Geologists; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. DEQ uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to their applications. If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency, and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.

NOTE:

For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.